Kerala

Prehistoric Footprints Discovered in Kerala

November 23, 2024

Recent archaeological findings have emerged from Kanhirapoil in Madikkai panchayat. Twenty-four pairs of prehistoric footprints and a human figure have been carved into rock on private land. Experts suggest these carvings date back to the Megalithic period. The discovery was ..

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Kerala Launches Seaplane Service for Tourism

November 11, 2024

The tourism sector in Kerala is set for an important boost with the launch of a new seaplane service. This initiative is scheduled to commence on November 11 at Bolgatty Waterdrome in Kochi. The inaugural flight will operate from Bolgatty ..

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NAWO-DHAN: New Horticulture Agribusiness Initiative

November 11, 2024

The Agriculture department is initiating a pilot project under the NAWO-DHAN scheme. This project aims to enhance horticulture agribusiness. It targets land owners and cultivators who have shown interest. An expression of interest (EoI) was released in October. So far, ..

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Kerala’s Coastal Zone Management Plan Approved

November 5, 2024

The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change approved Coastal Zone Management Plans (CZMPs) for ten coastal districts in Kerala. This decision aligns with the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification of 2019. It allows for relaxed rules, enabling development ..

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Kadar Tribe Leads Forest Restoration in Kerala

October 28, 2024

The Kadar tribe in Vazhachal, Kerala, initiated a pioneering project to restore natural forests affected by invasive species. This effort involves collaboration with various organisations, including local government bodies and WWF-India. The project aims to revitalise the forest ecosystem and ..

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Kerala Launches India’s First Supercapacitor Manufacturing Facility

October 3, 2024

Kerala’s Chief Minister, Pinarayi Vijayan, recently inaugurated India’s first supercapacitor manufacturing facility at Keltron Component Complex Limited (KCCL) in Kallyassery, Kannur. This marks an important milestone for both Keltron and India’s electronics industry. Keltron’s Legacy Keltron, founded in 1974, is ..

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Kerala Tops Urban Governance Index in India

September 30, 2024

Kerala has earned the top spot in the Urban Governance Index (UGI) by the Praja Foundation, because of its strengths in managing finances and planning at the local level. However, the study also points out areas where Kerala can improve, ..

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Kerala Tops 2024 State Food Safety Index

September 23, 2024

For the second year in a row, Kerala has secured the top spot in the 2024 State Food Safety Index (SFSI). This achievement reinforces Kerala’s commitment to maintaining high standards in food safety across India. The Food Safety and Standards ..

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